Build your skills in integrated care

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) funded the development of 14 self-paced courses designed to introduce treatment providers and peer specialists to integrated co-occurring disorders (ICD) services and supports. Developed by leading experts, these on-demand courses are accredited for continuing education hours and available free of charge to learners around the world. For questions about Oregon’s Integrated Co-occurring Disorders Program, contact OHA program support at [email protected].

Why Choose ACORN Courses

The reasons are many, including:

  • free of charge;

  • available on demand;

  • accredited for continuing education credits;

  • developed by experienced clinicians and researchers;

  • available to learners around the world.

What Others Are Saying

ACORN courses are trusted by addictions and mental health treatment providers and peer specialists worldwide. They consistently receive strong ratings, with hundreds of exceptional reviews across the collection.

5 star rating

I love the depth and scope presented

Angria Bassett

As an RN in BH and SUD Treatment, I have found too many gaps in working in "coordinated" practice where it felt as though BH /SUD was treated in isolation ....

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As an RN in BH and SUD Treatment, I have found too many gaps in working in "coordinated" practice where it felt as though BH /SUD was treated in isolation . I was the team member constantly assessing and seeking treatment for physical health problems in clients with chronic MH/SUD histories. Thanks for a comprehensive expose of the physical co-ocurring conditions.

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5 star rating

Relevant, practical, and applicable

Tiffany Fine

This is a great course. The information is presented in a way that is easy to understand and the application sessions are helpful to see how the technique is...

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This is a great course. The information is presented in a way that is easy to understand and the application sessions are helpful to see how the technique is applied.

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5 star rating

great information

Elizabeth Long

Up to date information concerning treatment plan development.

Up to date information concerning treatment plan development.

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5 star rating

Great Course

Stephanie Jones

Very insightful and engaging

Very insightful and engaging

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5 star rating

Excellent

Maria Couch

Lots of great review, new information, and OHA details.

Lots of great review, new information, and OHA details.

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5 star rating

Excellent training

Laura Davis

Thank you for preparing this excellent training!

Thank you for preparing this excellent training!

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5 star rating

It was an eye opener.

Bobby Benton, CADC II. QMHA I

Good information.

Good information.

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5 star rating

Wonderful Training

Amy Madrigal-Bates

Well put together and engaging

Well put together and engaging

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Relevant information

William Dittmer

I found this information very relevant in today's field,

I found this information very relevant in today's field,

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5 star rating

This has so much amazing info!

Traci Ball

I thought I knew most of this because of working in the field. I was wrong - this course had info that was new and updated.

I thought I knew most of this because of working in the field. I was wrong - this course had info that was new and updated.

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Informational and relevant

Maggy Hall

This course exemplifies the need to approach co-occurring disorders with a no wrong door approach. This training clarified some documentation parameters that...

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This course exemplifies the need to approach co-occurring disorders with a no wrong door approach. This training clarified some documentation parameters that will support each individual as the work on recovery.

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What Do I Need to Know

The "Guide to Core Competencies for Integrated Co-occurring Conditions Services and Supports" identifies essential principles, competencies, and knowledge for effective practice.

Professionals from across the United States with expertise in integrated services and supports for co-occurring conditions developed the initial core principles and competencies. A modified Delphi process was then used to validate and refine them. The Guide describes the development methodology, explains each competency domain, and lists the associated competency items. Use it to identify your professional development priorities and select courses that align with your goals.

Make a Choice

that fits your practice and level of experience. To find the right training for you, consider the following:

  • New to integrated co-occurring disorders treatment? Start with the Fundamentals course.

  • Building foundational clinical skills? Take Conceptualization & Treatment in Integrated Co-occurring Disorders.

  • Ready to expand your interventions? Explore Families and Co-occurring Disorders, Eating Disorders in Co-occurring Disorders Treatment, or Severe Mental Illness and Co-occurring Disorders.

Which Courses Should I Chose?

Select a course card to view full details and enroll. On-demand integrated co-occurring conditions courses are available free of charge.

Are CE Credits Available?

YES! ACORN is an approved continuing education provider for several professional credentialing organizations.

ACORN is approved by the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), Provider ID: 26-0044, to provide continuing education courses. Additionally, ACORN is approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7274. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. ACORN is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Who These Courses Are For

Addictions and mental health treatment providers and peer specialists across the globe, including:

  • counseling staff, peers, supervisors and licensed medical providers (LMPs) working in approved Integrated Cooccurring Disorder treatment programs;

  • mental health counselors, including MHCs and LPCs;

  • marriage and family therapists (MFTs and LMFTs);

  • art therapists (ATs and LATs);

  • social workers, including SWs, LSWs, LMSWs, and LCSWs;

  • psychologists and other mental health providers;

  • Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADC);

  • Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHAs); and

  • Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHPs).

What's Included

Courses are available on demand, allowing you to take the time you need to review each resource and complete the learning activities. It is not necessary to complete a course in a single sitting. You are free to open and close a course as many times as you like. Once you have mastered the content of each module, you will be required to pass a short quiz before proceeding to the next module. You must pass all of the quizzes before you are eligible for verification that you have successfully completed a course.

  • Video demonstrations and expert presentations

  • Immersive case studies

  • Readings, clinical resources, and sample handouts

  • Short knowledge checks

  • Flexible, self-paced access

  • Certificate of Completion and CE credit

OHA Requirements

for staff assigned to provide integrated co-occurring disorders services and supports

  • All program staff: QMHAs, QMHPs, CADCs, supervisors, peers, and LMPs working in integrated co-occurring disorders programs are required to complete Fundamentals in Integrated Co-occurring Disorders Services course (1.5 hours CE) within 12 months of being assigned to provide integrated co-occurring conditions services and supports.

  • Counseling staff: Counseling staff working in integrated co-occurring disorders programs are required to complete all integrated co-occurring disorders core trainings (20 hours CE) within 12 months of being assigned to provide integrated co-occurring disorders services and supports.

  • Peer specialists and LMPs: Integrated co-occurring disorders core trainings are accessible but optional for peers and LMPs working in integrated co-occurring disorders services.

  • For questions about Oregon’s Integrated Co-occurring Disorders Program, contact OHA program support at [email protected].

Ready to Strengthen Your Practice?

Begin with Fundamentals in Integrated Co-occurring Disorders Services or explore the complete collection of free courses on integrated co-occurring conditions services and supports.

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